Low-carbon fuel producers

Advantages to establishing in B.C.

• Hydrogen hub

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  B.C. is a hub for hydrogen production technical expertise, intellectual property, and leading products and services being exported to global markets. The province is an emerging world leading supplier of low-carbon fuels and zero-emission technologies.

  There are already well-established hydrogen, ammonia, and methanol industries in the province. Local demand for hydrogen is growing and B.C. has one of the largest fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) car and bus fleets in North America.

  Learn more about the B.C. government’s one-stop-shop for hydrogen, the BC Hydrogen Office.

• Pipelines, ports, and rail

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  Strategically located on Canada’s west coast, B.C. has a robust infrastructure featuring pipelines, deep sea ports, and expansive road and rail networks that provide fast and reliable access to Asian and North American markets. Rail connections and hubs provide critical links between inland hydrogen production sites such as Prince George, to ports on the coast.

  The Port of Vancouver is Canada’s largest and most diversified port. Twenty-seven high-efficiency marine terminals are served by three Class I railways, reaching the Pacific, Atlantic, and Gulf coasts. Located on the Asia-Canada great circle route, transit from the Port of Prince Rupert to final destinations is quick, benefitting the well-established hydrogen, ammonia, and methanol industries.

  Learn more about B.C.’s extensive infrastructure.

• Improved ESG performance

  B.C. is the ideal location for low-carbon fuel producers that are committed to implementing low-carbon production pathways and energy-efficient measures. The reliable and low-cost energy improves the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Scope 2 emissions performance through location-based carbon intensity reductions.

  Learn more about B.C.’s clean & renewable energy.

• Access and proximity to fresh water

  B.C. has a quarter of Canada’s fresh, flowing water. The province’s abundance of large freshwater reserves such as lakes, rivers, and streams grants businesses a plentiful, nearby water supply. Water access is well-regulated and available through the acquisition of annual rental fees along with land and water rights.

• Established low-carbon producers in B.C.

  The following businesses in the low-carbon fuel sector are already established in B.C.

  • Carbon Engineering 
  • Ekona Power 
  • HTEC 
  • Parkland Corporation 
  • Shell Canada